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Car audio, 12-volt, EV and marine aftermarket news, reported for the people who run the business. Market shifts, brand moves, retail trends and what they mean for dealers, reps and manufacturers, from CEoutlook, covering the industry since 2012.
Garmin Reports JL Audio Revenue
Garmin reported its full calendar year 2023 financial results, which include revenue for JL Audio. JL Audio revenue...
Stinger Names New Director of Audio
Stinger (formerly AAMP Global) announced the appointment of Gary Bell as the new Director of Audio. With over...
New 12V Amp Standard Joined by These Brands
A number of amplifiers have been certified under the new Consumer Technology Association (CTA) amplifier power standard that...
Morel’s Full Bronco Audio Kit
Morel offered more details on its first full vehicle specific audio kit at KnowledgeFest in Las Vegas. ...
Trulli Debuts Unique Car Audio Driver; Wireless Sub Box
Trulli, a 7-year old audio company, showed at KnowledgeFest an unusual type of 10-inch cone-less speaker. Its magnet...
Spotlight on Older Rams
By Richard Truesdell With truck prices through the roof, it makes sense to hold onto one's vehicle longer...
Cicada Intros New Compact Motorcycle Amps
Cicada, the motorcycle audio company which launched in 2021, showed at KnowledgeFest a new line of compact amplifiers...
JVCKENWOOD, Alps Alpine Report Sales
JVCKENWOOD and Alps Alpine reported sales for the first three quarters of their financial year, which ends March...
Details on Diamond’s Harley Deck
Diamond Audio announced new details on its wireless CarPlay/Android Auto Harley replacement radios, the first of which is...
Rydeen Intros Streaming Mirror
Rydeen Mobile announced a new streaming rear view replacement mirror with an ultra bright display. The 8.2-inch mirror...
Hertz Ships Entry Level Amps
Hertz showed at KnowledgeFest in Las Vegas, a new line of entry level amplifiers that are shipping now....
Orca Launches 3D Printing Program for Speakers
Orca Design & Manufacturing, which distributes brands including Gladen, has launched a unique program where Orca ships Gladen...
VOXX Enters Leather Seating
VOXX announced it has entered the leather seating market under the Rosen brand. The new line is called...
MEA Industry Award Winners Announced
The Mobile Electronics Association presented its annual industry awards in Las Vegas Sunday evening at KnowledgeFest to a...
Industry Helps Critically Injured Brett Phelps
A popular and well respected manufacturer’s rep, Brett Phelps, of The Progressive Group, was critically injured last week....
Top CEoutlook Story January 2024
The car audio market saw the introduction of some key new 12 volt products in January including Uniden's...
Honda Issues Retrofit CarPlay Update
Honda announced it is offering a software update that upgrades wired CarPlay/Android Auto to wireless. Owners must visit...
Lucas Automotive Enters US Battery Market
Lucas Automotive NA, a subsidiary of Lucas Lighting, announced it has entered the US automotive battery market. Its...
Former JL Exec Joins Hertz/Audison Marine
Elettromedia announced the appointment of Brian Power as Vice President of its Marine Division, which includes both the...
Should You Sell E-Bikes?
Is the e-bike (electric bike) a good side category for car audio retailers? Blaupunkt says it is. Blaupunkt...